Leukocytoclastic vasculitis is a vasculitis of a small vessel. It occurs in the capillaries and venules of the dermis. This condition is caused due to infection, drug reaction, malignancies, tumors, or other diseases. It causes inflammation in small blood vessels. hypersensitivity vasculitis or hypersensitivity angiitis are other names for leukocytoclastic vasculitis.
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What is the treatment for small red bumps in the lower calf muscle, the ankle, and the thighs?
Query: Hi doctor, I have small red bumps in the lower calf muscle, the ankle, and the thighs, which started four to five days ago. There is no inflammation or itching. I have not been exposed to anything new. It could be a rubbing rash, but I am not sure. I am not on any medication, but I may have a sinus ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for writing in, and I understand your concern. I had gone through the photographs attached (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). It looks like leukocytoclastic vasculitis. It is an inflammation of blood vessels. It can affect the skin and also... Read Full »